Permanent
Location: Derbyshire
Salary: £50,000-£75,000
Industry: Cyber Security
Onsite

About the Client

Our client is a fast-growing and innovative technology business specialising in the development of high-assurance security solutions. With a strong focus on research, engineering excellence, and complex problem-solving, they support a range of government and critical national infrastructure projects. Their work spans software engineering, microelectronics, and applied cryptography, offering exciting opportunities for candidates who thrive in technically challenging, mission-driven environments.

How you’ll spend your day

• Lead the design and development of FPGA modules for critical, high-reliability systems, reporting to the Head of FPGA Development.
• Capture requirements, architect solutions, and oversee the full FPGA development lifecycle using the latest technologies.
• Define and coordinate interfaces for internal and external components, and develop test benches to validate functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring delivery of robust and secure systems.
• Stay up to date with advancements in FPGA design tools and methodologies, with opportunities for continued development.
• Work both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with some travel to UK sites as required.

What you’ll bring to this role

• At least 8 years’ experience in FPGA design, with strong skills in VHDL and a deep understanding of current FPGA and SoC technologies.
• Expertise in ModelSim/QuestaSim and TCL scripting, with familiarity across tool chains such as Quartus (and ideally Vivado or Libero).
• A degree in a relevant STEM subject and a strong ability to produce high-quality technical design documentation.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to ownership, quality, and issue resolution.
• Desirable: experience with Verilog/System Verilog, UVM/OSVVM/ABV, cryptographic algorithms, or high-speed/low-power FPGA technologies.
• Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be British Citizens and eligible to obtain DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance.

What happens next?

One of our Recruitment Consultants will be in touch and inform you if you’ve been successful to the next stage of the process or not, which is a qualification call where we will tell you more about the role and the client, and understand more about you, your experience and career aspirations.

Should we both wish to proceed, we will submit your details to the client and be in touch regarding the outcome and any further steps.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an employment agency for permanent and contract hires, we are dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from underrepresented groups to drive innovation and equality within the workplace.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments please let us know so we can accommodate for any interactions with us at Biometric Talent, but also inform the client to ensure reasonable adjustments are made to allow for a fair and equitable process.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to ian.fitzgerald@biometrictalent.com